Maldives Tourism Targets 2 Million Arrivals and MVR 6 Billion Revenue by 2027

Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal has set ambitious goals for the Maldives tourism sector, aiming to achieve 2 million arrivals and generate MVR 6 billion in revenue annually by the end of the current presidential term.

Addressing attendees at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Minister Faisal outlined the government’s tourism master plan for the next five years.

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Expressing confidence in meeting these targets by 2027, he emphasised the strategic importance of the Visitor Economy Council, established under the leadership of Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu.

The council, as highlighted by Minister Faisal, is tasked with diversifying the tourism sector by promoting new niches such as sports tourism, cultural exploration, and community engagement. Additionally, he elaborated on the government’s commitment to sustainable tourism through the recently introduced Eco-Tourism Framework and roadmap.

During his address, Minister Faisal also expressed optimism about fostering fruitful partnerships with Middle Eastern travel trade businesses and investors at ATM 2024, underscoring the government’s proactive approach in expanding the tourism industry’s footprint on the global stage.